A High Wind in Jamaica DVD Review: This Children’s Pirate Adventure Blows
By Gordon S. Miller |
An action film starring Coburn and Quinn sounds good on paper. Unfortunately, that’s not what this movie contains.
Army of Shadows Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: A Different Kind of Spy Thriller
By Gordon S. Miller |
An impressive film that honors those whose story it tells.
Friday the 13th (1980) Blu-ray Review: The Uncut Edition
By Gordon S. Miller |
The one that launched a franchise.
Super Friends: The Legendary Super Powers Show: The Complete Series DVD Review
By Gordon S. Miller |
Die-hard fans and very young children will enjoy The Legendary Super Powers Show.
Super Friends: The Lost Episodes DVD Review: Definitely Geared Towards Kids
By Gordon S. Miller |
The “lost” adventures feature a wide roster of heroes teaming up in various combinations.
All-Star Superman Blu-ray Review: You Will Believe a Man Can Die
By Gordon S. Miller |
An action-packed adventure that has something to offer even to those who aren’t fans of the character.
The TCM Classic Film Festival 2011: Presenting Music and the Movies
By Gordon S. Miller |
A wide variety of material to see for the first time or revisit on the silver screen.
Super Friends!: Season One, Volume Two DVD Review: Some May Enjoy Its Quaintness
By Gordon S. Miller |
The stories have the heroes dealing with aliens and evil scientists.
Super Friends!: Season One, Volume One DVD Review: The Series Still Has a Charm
By Gordon S. Miller |
Hanna-Barbera’s Super Friends features an all-star team of DC Comics heroes.
Being There Blu-ray Review: Peter Sellers in One of His Finest Performances
By Gordon S. Miller |
Whether identified as a serious comedy or a funny drama, Being There is a very enjoyable.
Doctor Who: The Monster of Peladon DVD Review: A Well-Written Sequel
By Gordon S. Miller |
Doctor Who fans would be wise to spend some time with The Monster of Peladon.
Doctor Who: The Space Museum / The Chase DVD Review: Two Time-Traveling Adventures
By Gordon S. Miller |
Absolutely charming if the context can be appreciated.
8 1/2 Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: A World-Cinema Landmark
By Gordon S. Miller |
It’s a must-own for anyone serious about cinema and gets better with each viewing.
The Dark Knight: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Album Review
By Gordon S. Miller |
The partnership of Zimmer and Howard has created a wonderful collection of music that is perfectly enjoyable and stands on its own for those who haven’t seen the movie.
Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen Movie Review
By Gordon S. Miller |
Donnie Yen makes a welcome return to the character.
The Incredibles Blu-ray Review: An Incredible High Def Experience
By Gordon S. Miller |
An engaging drama about a man struggling to balance career and family set in a superhero world.
Justice League: The Complete Series DVD Review: Will Keep Comic Fans Entertained for Hours
By Gordon S. Miller |
It’s a smart show that understands and respects both the material and its audience.
Fiddler on the Roof 40th Anniversary Blu-ray Review
By Gordon S. Miller |
The musical about tradition debuts in a new format.
The Cure: Trilogy Blu-ray Review: A Wonderfully Draining Experience, Musically and Emotionally
By Gordon S. Miller |
A wonderfully draining experience.
U2 3D Movie Review: Almost Better Than the Real Thing
By Gordon S. Miller |
U2 gives viewers something they can nearly feel, fee-ee-eel.
The Who: Live at The Isle of Wight Festival 1970 DVD Review: Absolutely Brilliant
By Gordon S. Miller |
Who’s the greatest rock and roll band of all time? This DVD may make the case.
Shine a Light DVD Review: The Rolling Stones and Martin Scorsese Deliver Satisfaction
By Gordon S. Miller |
These legends prove they still got it with this concert filmed in 2006.
Woodstock: 3 Days of Peace & Music (Director’s Cut) Blu-ray Review: The Beginning of the End of the ’60s
By Gordon S. Miller |
The 40th Anniversary Ultimate Collector’s Edition is quite a trip.
The Complete Monterey Pop Festival Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: A Marvelous Time Capsule
By Gordon S. Miller |
The set includes the films: Monterey Pop, Jimi Plays Monterey, and Shake! Otis at Monterey.
Seven Samurai Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: A Cinematic Masterpiece of Epic Proportions
By Gordon S. Miller |
A landmark in the history of film whose influence is still felt.
A Pup Named Scooby-Doo: Complete 2nd, 3rd & 4th Seasons DVD Review
By Gordon S. Miller |
Kids may well like the silliness Pup has to offer, but those who grew up on earlier versions will barely recognize the show.
Joyeux Noel Movie Review: Demonstrating People Are More Alike Than Different
By Gordon S. Miller |
It walks a fine line between comedy and drama and excels at both without compromising either.
The Jayhawks: Hollywood Town Hall and Tomorrow the Green Grass (Legacy Edition) Albums Review
By Gordon S. Miller |
This Minnesota band worked under the radar and ahead of their time.
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King Review: An Amazing Film on a Very Grand Scale
By Gordon S. Miller |
Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings does for movies what Tolkein’s The Lord of the Rings does for books.
Alien vs. Predator Movie Review: Quickly Disintegrates into Fighting and Special Effects
By Gordon S. Miller |
Sure, all aspects of the writing were bad, but I wasn’t going to see Shakespeare’s Alien vs. Predator.
Predator DVD Review: The Movie Keeps Viewers Guessing by Changing Genres Throughout
By Gordon S. Miller |
The entire movie crew does a fantastic job
The Lincoln Lawyer Movie Review: Guilty of Being a Very Good Film
By Gordon S. Miller |
If filmgoers are looking for a smart, well-acted story, they should make an appointment with The Lincoln Lawyer.
Wonder Woman (2009) (Two-Disc Special Edition) DVD Review: The Iconic Character Deserves Better
By Gordon S. Miller |
It’s a wonder this got made considering how many bad choices the creative team made.
Mission: Impossible – The Third TV Season DVD Review: More like Mission: Ridiculous
By Gordon S. Miller |
It certainly won’t hold up for today’s sophisticated television viewer.
The Venture Bros.: 3rd Season Blu-ray Review: Plenty of Action and Humor
By Gordon S. Miller |
It is extremely rewarding for those who have followed the series.
The Venture Bros.: Season Two DVD Review: Arguably, the Greatest Cartoon Show
By Gordon S. Miller |
How did the show proceed after the death of the Venture Bros.?
The Complete Tony Bennett / Bill Evans Recordings Review
By Gordon S. Miller |
The work of their joint ventures all in one set.
The Venture Bros.: Season One DVD Review: A Very Funny Spoof of Jonny Quest
By Gordon S. Miller |
The show’s humor is similar to The Tick, a superhero spoof.
Tony Bennett Sings the Rodgers & Hart Songbook Album Review
By Gordon S. Miller |
An outstanding showcase for the talents of everyone involved.
The Departed DVD Review: Martin Scorsese’s B-Movie
By Gordon S. Miller |
The movie had many good scenes as well as a number of surprising-yet-believable plot twists; however, the story doesn’t always hold up upon examination.
Million Dollar Baby Movie Review: An Engaging Story About Relationships and Responsibilities
By Gordon S. Miller |
While it begins with familiar motifs from boxing films, the story veers off and becomes a serious drama about moral issues.
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Movie Review: An Enjoyable Thrill Ride, but Not Much More
By Gordon S. Miller |
When you go see the film, do so on the biggest screen you can.
M Criterion Collection DVD Review: A Thriller Steeped in Social Commentary
By Gordon S. Miller |
Criterion’s two-disc set of M is a must-have for any serious film library.
The Wages of Fear Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: A Suspenseful, Intriguing Thriller
By Gordon S. Miller |
For those who enjoy substance of characters and theme with their action, Henri-Georges Clouzot’s The Wages of Fear is a great choice.
WALL·E (Three-Disc Special Edition) Blu-ray Review: A Grand Adventure
By Gordon S. Miller |
The gang at Pixar, led by director and co-writer Andrew Stanton, continuing their high level of quality, animated filmmaking with a multi-layered futuristic tale about life and love.
The Doors 40th Anniversary Celebration: Live from the Sunset Strip, 2006
By Gordon S. Miller |
The night I met (two of) The Doors.
The TCM Classic Film Festival 2010: A Festival Is Born
By Gordon S. Miller |
The festival’s programming spanned the medium’s history, and as a bonus, many of the selections featured introductions and Q&A’s from participants, their relatives, and peers.
Terminator Salvation Movie Review: An Adequate Continuation of the Franchise
By Gordon S. Miller |
Director McG delivers an over-the-top, frenetic, action-packed movie.
Superman / Batman: Public Enemies Blu-ray Review: A Lot of Comic-Book Fun
By Gordon S. Miller |
It’s a good team-up story, and there’s plenty of action.
Book Review: Devil May Care by Sebastian Faulks writing as Ian Fleming
By Gordon S. Miller |
Some good elements for those who enjoy the spy genre, but its flaws ultimately cause it to fall flat.